🚆 Delhi Metro: NHPC Chowk to Janpath
The Purple Line of the Delhi Metro connects NHPC Chowk to Janpath without any interchange. This direct route covers 23 km in approximately 46 minutes across 19 stations.
🛤️ Route Overview
This route on the Delhi Metro runs along the Purple Line with no line changes required. NHPC Chowk station has been operational since 2010. Janpath station opened in 2014.
⏰ Operating Hours
🚇
First Train:
6:00 AM
🌙
Last Train:
11:00 PM
⏱️
Frequency:
Every 5-15 minutes
⏳
Journey Time:
~46 minutes
💰 Fare Information
💵
Standard:
INR 54
🎟️
Discounted:
INR 49
💳
Smart Card:
10% off
* Discounts for seniors, students, etc.
🚉 Station-by-Station Guide
1
NHPC Chowk
Purple Line
→
Next:
sarai
(4 min)
2
Sarai
Purple Line
→
Next:
badarpur_border
(3 min)
3
Badarpur Border
Purple Line
→
Next:
tughlakabad
(2 min)
4
Tughlakabad
Purple Line
→
Next:
mohan_estate
(3 min)
5
Mohan Estate
Purple Line
→
Next:
sarita_vihar
(2 min)
6
Sarita Vihar
Purple Line
→
Next:
jasola_apollo
(2 min)
7
Jasola Apollo
Purple Line
→
Next:
harkesh_nagar_okhla
(1 min)
8
Harkesh Nagar Okhla
Purple Line
→
Next:
govind_puri
(2 min)
9
Govind Puri
Purple Line
→
Next:
kalkaji_mandir
(1 min)
10
Kalkaji Mandir
Magenta Line
→
Next:
nehru_place
(1 min)
11
Nehru Place
Purple Line
→
Next:
kailash_colony
(2 min)
12
Kailash Colony
Purple Line
→
Next:
moolchand
(2 min)
13
Moolchand
Purple Line
→
Next:
lajpat_nagar
(1 min)
14
Lajpat Nagar
Purple Line
→
Next:
jangpura
(2 min)
15
Jangpura
Purple Line
→
Next:
jawaharlal_nehru_stadium
(1 min)
16
Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium
Purple Line
→
Next:
khan_market
(2 min)
17
Khan Market
Purple Line
→
Next:
central_secretariat
(4 min)
18
Central Secretariat
Yellow Line
→
Next:
janpath
(2 min)
19
Janpath
Purple Line
🏁
Terminal Station
📍 Detailed Journey Breakdown
📏
Distance:
2.28 km
⏱️
Time:
4 min
📏
Distance:
1.70 km
⏱️
Time:
3 min
📏
Distance:
1.09 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
📏
Distance:
1.94 km
⏱️
Time:
3 min
📏
Distance:
1.20 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
📏
Distance:
1.15 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
📏
Distance:
0.97 km
⏱️
Time:
1 min
📏
Distance:
1.06 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
📏
Distance:
0.75 km
⏱️
Time:
1 min
📏
Distance:
0.76 km
⏱️
Time:
1 min
📏
Distance:
1.05 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
📏
Distance:
1.22 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
📏
Distance:
0.75 km
⏱️
Time:
1 min
📏
Distance:
1.47 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
📏
Distance:
0.78 km
⏱️
Time:
1 min
📏
Distance:
1.50 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
📏
Distance:
2.19 km
⏱️
Time:
4 min
📏
Distance:
1.29 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
🏢 Station Facilities
Available facilities:
ATMs
Available facilities:
Toilets
Available facilities:
Parking
ATMs
Available facilities:
Parking
Available facilities:
Toilets
Available facilities:
Parking
ATMs
Available facilities:
Toilets
Available facilities:
Parking
Available facilities:
Toilets
Available facilities:
Parking
Available facilities:
Toilets
ATMs
Available facilities:
Toilets
Available facilities:
Parking
Available facilities:
Toilets
ATMs
Available facilities:
Parking
Available facilities:
Toilets
ATMs
Available facilities:
Parking
Available facilities:
Parking
Available facilities:
Parking
💡 Travel Tips
- Arrive at least 5 minutes before the scheduled departure time
- Check for any service advisories before traveling
- Consider purchasing a smart card for faster boarding and discounts
- During peak hours (8-10 AM and 5-7 PM), trains may be more crowded
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Route & Timing
Q: How many stops are there from NHPC Chowk to Janpath on the Delhi Metro?
A: There are 19 stations on this route, covering 23 km. No line change is required — it is a direct journey.
Q: What is the first and last Delhi Metro from NHPC Chowk?
A: The first metro from NHPC Chowk departs at 6:00 AM and the last train is at 11:00 PM. Timings may vary — check the official metro app.
Q: How long does it take from NHPC Chowk to Janpath by Delhi Metro?
A: The journey takes approximately 46 minutes under normal conditions, covering 23 km across 19 stations.
Fare & Tickets
Q: What is the Delhi Metro fare from NHPC Chowk to Janpath?
A: The standard token fare is INR 54. With a smart card, you pay INR 49 (10% discount applied automatically).
Q: Is there a discount on Delhi Metro tickets?
A: Yes. Smart card holders get a flat 10% discount on all fares. The fare from NHPC Chowk to Janpath drops from INR 54 to INR 49.
Station Facilities
Q: What facilities are available at NHPC Chowk metro station?
A: NHPC Chowk is equipped with: ATMs. The station has been operational since 2010.
Q: What facilities are available at Janpath metro station?
A: Janpath offers: Parking. It has been operational since 2014.
🏁 Conclusion
The Delhi Metro route from NHPC Chowk to Janpath is a 23 km, 46-minute journey with no line change. At INR 54 (or INR 49 with smart card), it is one of the most affordable and reliable ways to travel across Delhi.